Asset Storage and Tracking
Keeping your operation running with minimal downtime means stocking some spare machine parts. In the case of electric motors, some attention is required to make sure they are ready to go when needed. An ideal storage location is climate controlled, bird and rodent free. But even under these conditions the bearing lubrication needs to be redistributed through shaft rotation and periodic testing is recommended.
Click here to see an EASA publication on setting up your own proper storage program.
Shaft Rotation - This should be done at least quarterly to redistribute the bearing grease. American MTS provides free stickers to place on the ends of shafts with a clock face. Once spun a few rotations, the position of the shaft is left 5 hours ahead of where it was. American MTS will gladly help you in setting up your own in house program or provide this service for you complete with emailed reports.
Click here to see an EASA publication on setting up your own proper storage program.
Shaft Rotation - This should be done at least quarterly to redistribute the bearing grease. American MTS provides free stickers to place on the ends of shafts with a clock face. Once spun a few rotations, the position of the shaft is left 5 hours ahead of where it was. American MTS will gladly help you in setting up your own in house program or provide this service for you complete with emailed reports.
Offsite Climate Controlled Storage Service - American MTS also offers managed spare services at on offsite location. This service includes monthly shaft rotation and testing. Periodic grease purging is also recommended and offered as an add on service.
Asset Tracking - Repairs, maintenance, reminders, photo's, test reports and even remote data collection from RAMS can be captured, saved and viewed here. From new asset installation until the end of life cycle, all records are kept in one place and easily accessed any time through customer portal.
Periodic Motor Testing - bearing grease redistribution is not the only long term storage consideration for electric motors. EASA recommends insulation testing annually with additional tests based on motor type. With Asset Tracking the test data can be easily uploaded to the stored motors history. American MTS can provide training of what needs to be done or turnkey service.
